Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Nux Vomica four times a day provides great relief to patients who suffer from cramps
followed by little stool many times a day. Aloes Socotring helps when the cramps are followed
by varies from sudden loose motions, at times causing the patient to person to person.
Normal bowel movements range from soil his clothes before he even reaches the toilet. If the
as many as three stools a day to as few as three a week. A problem originates from overeating,
try Antimmonium normal movement is one that is formed but not hard, crudum and
Pulsatilla. If it is caused by any excitement, contains no blood, and is passed without cramps
or pain. the cure lies in Argentum Nitricum and Gelsemium. When loose stools are
associated with menses, Bovista dominal pain with painful constipation or diarrhea. In ,and
Lachesis prove very helpful. Carbo Veg is indicated some people, constipation and diarrhea
alternate. when the abdomen feels bloated immediately after eating. Serious food allergies
like milk intolerance and movements. Bleeding, fever, weight loss, and persistent coelic
disease (wheat allergy) are curable but require a deep study of the case and should be handed
by a professional homeopath.

Argentum nitricum: Digestive upsets accompanied by nervousness and anxiety suggest

the use of this remedy. Bloating, rumbling flatulence, nausea, and greenish diarrhea can be
sudden and intense. Diarrhea may come on immediately after drinking water. Eating too
much sweet or salty food (which the person often craves) may also lead to problems. A
person who needs this remedy tends to be expressive, impulsive, and claustrophobic, and
may have blood sugar problems.
Asafoetida: A feeling of constriction all along the digestive tract (especially if muscular
contractions in the intestines and esophagus seem to be moving in the wrong direction)
strongly indicates this remedy. The person may have a feeling that a bubble is stuck in the
throat, or that a lump is moving up from the stomach. The abdomen feels inflated, but the
person finds it hard to pass gas in either direction to get relief. Constipation brings on griping
pains. Diarrhea can be explosive, and the person may even regurgitate food in small
amounts.The person may exhibit a strong emotional or hysterical element when this
remedy is needed.
Colocynthis: This remedy is indicated when cutting pains and cramping occur, making the
person bend double or need to lie down and press on the abdomen. Cramps may be felt in
the area of the pubic bone. Pain is likely to be worse just before the diarrhea passes, and

after eating fruit or drinking water. Problems tend to be aggravated by emotions, especially if
indignation or anger has been felt but not expressed. Back pain, leg pain, and gall bladder
problems are sometimes seen when this remedy is needed.
Lilium tigrinum: When this remedy is indicated, the person may make frequent
unsuccessful efforts to move the bowels all day and have sudden diarrhea the following
morning. A feeling of a lump in the rectum, worse when standing up, is common.
Hemorrhoids may develop. Constricting feelings are often felt in the chest. The person is
likely to be worse from excitement and strong emotions, and may tend toward irritability or
even rage.
Lycopodium: This remedy is often indicated for people with chronic digestive discomforts
and bowel problems. Bloating and a feeling of fullness come on early in a meal or shortly
after, and a large amount of gas is usually produced. Heartburn and stomach pain are
common, and the person may feel better from rubbing the abdomen. Things are typically
worse between four and eight p.m. Despite so many digestive troubles, the person can have
a ravenous appetite, and may even get up in the middle of the night to eat. Problems with
self-confidence, a worried facial expression, a craving for sweets, and a preference for warm
drinks are other indications for Lycopodium.
Natrum carbonicum: This remedy is often indicated for mild people who have trouble
digesting and assimilating many foods and have to stay on restricted diets. Indigestion,
heartburn, and even ulcers may occur if offending foods are eaten. The person often is
intolerant of milk, and drinking it or eating dairy products can lead to gas and sputtery
diarrhea with an empty feeling in the stomach. The person may have cravings for potatoes
and for sweets (and sometimes also milk, but has learned to avoid it). A person who needs
this remedy usually makes an effort to be cheerful and considerate, but, when feeling weak
and sensitive wants to be alone to rest.
Nux vomica: Abdominal pains and bowel problems accompanied by tension, constricting
sensations, chilliness, and irritability can indicate a need for this remedy. Soreness in the
muscles of the abdominal wall, as well as painful gas and cramps are common. Firm
pressure on the abdomen brings some relief. When constipated, the person has an urge to
move the bowels, but only small amounts come out. The person may experience a constant
feeling of uneasiness in the rectum. After diarrhea has passed, the pain may be eased for a
little while. A person who needs this remedy often craves strong spicy foods, alcohol,
tobacco, coffee, and other stimulantsand usually feels worse from having them.
Podophyllum: This remedy is indicated when abdominal pain and cramping with a gurgling,
sinking, empty feeling are followed by watery, offensive-smelling diarrheaalternating with
constipation, or pasty yellow bowel movements containing mucus. Things tend to be worse
in the very early morning, and the person may feel weak and faint or have a headache
afterward. Rubbing the abdomen (especially on the right) may help relieve discomfort. A

person who needs this remedy may also experience stiffness in the joints and muscles.
Sulphur: This remedy is often indicated when a sudden urge toward diarrhea wakes the
person early in the morning (typically five a.m.) and makes them hurry to the bathroom.
Diarrhea can come on several times a day. The person may, at other times, be constipated
and have gas with an offensive and pervasive smell. Oozing around the rectum, as well as
itching, burning, and red irritation may also be experienced. A person who needs this remedy
may tend to have poor posture and back pain, and feel worse from standing up too long.